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General English for International Students Levels 1-6 Elicos - English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students
Program CRICOS Number:033618D
The program provides English Language activities that will enhance the learner’s ability to meet personal, educational and vocational goals. There are 6 levels, each of 15 weeks.
ELICOS helps you to reach the English language levels required for formal study in Australia, and helps you gain language skills to improve your employment prospects in your country. To determine your entry level in ELICOS study, you must take a special placement test when you first arrive. Then, when you have sufficiently improved your general reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through your ELICOS study, you can continue to higher levels of study. Besides the initial placement test, your progress will be closely monitored through regular tests. During each study block, teachers will assess your English and give feedback on your progress.
ELICOS helps you to reach the English language levels required for formal study in Australia, and helps you gain language skills to improve your employment prospects in your country. To determine your entry level in ELICOS study, you must take a special placement test when you first arrive. Then, when you have sufficiently improved your general reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through your ELICOS study, you can continue to higher levels of study. Besides the initial placement test, your progress will be closely monitored through regular tests. During each study block, teachers will assess your English and give feedback on your progress.
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Entry Requirements
Entry to each level will be determined by the learner’s English language proficiency as measured by interview and placement test or recent IELTS/TOEFL or other scores. Students under 18 years of age are required to provide details of guardianship in Australia
Career Opportunities
Self development - students seeking direct entry to Southbank Institute of Technology's formal programs should transfer after passing Level 5 to the English for Academic Purposes 1 program or the IELTS exam preparation program. Success in the EAP1 (English for Academic Purposes) gives direct entry to Southbank Institute of Technology's Certificate and Diploma programs (except Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Interpreting). IELTS program students will need to take an official IELTS exam.
Program Duration
Full Time : 10-15 weeks
All ELICOS programs are offered full-time, with 25 hours of classes each week. The average class size is 15 students, with a maximum of 18 students per class.
ELICOS classes are currently 20 hours per week (mornings) & 5 hours per week electives. An extra five hours of electives may be taken (10 hours total) at no extra cost.
On your first day, your English ability will be assessed and you will be given information about studying English with Southbank Institute of Technology. Staff members will give you a full orientation.
You will be issued with a student identity card that allows you access to the Institute’s facilities and services, and entitles you to discounts on the costs of some items and services in the general community (subject to a minimum enrolment of 6 weeks).
All ELICOS programs are offered full-time, with 25 hours of classes each week. The average class size is 15 students, with a maximum of 18 students per class.
ELICOS classes are currently 20 hours per week (mornings) & 5 hours per week electives. An extra five hours of electives may be taken (10 hours total) at no extra cost.
On your first day, your English ability will be assessed and you will be given information about studying English with Southbank Institute of Technology. Staff members will give you a full orientation.
You will be issued with a student identity card that allows you access to the Institute’s facilities and services, and entitles you to discounts on the costs of some items and services in the general community (subject to a minimum enrolment of 6 weeks).
Program Award
Statement of Completion
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
International Student Application Form or contact International Services
Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588
Applications Close
Students can start class on any Monday throughout the academic year.
Cost
Fees are paid upon application at a rate of $300 per week plus a $150 administration charge. Students must enrol in a minimum of 2 weeks.
Students applying for 13-24 weeks are charged the discount rate of $290 per week. Students applying for 25 weeks or more are charged the discount rate of $280 per week.
Program fees include some classnotes, however a basic text book will be required for each level of study. The cost of each basic text book and workbook is approximately $60.
For Additional Information
| Location: | International |
| Telephone: | 617 3244 5100 |
| Facsimile: | 617 3244 5588 |
| Address | |
| In Person: | International Services C Block Level 1 Ernest Street South Brisbane |
| Mail: | Southbank International Services Locked Mail Bag 111 SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101 AUSTRALIA |
| Email: | sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.au |
| Find us at: | www.sbi.net.au |
International Student Information
Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute’s three campuses are located at Southbank, Kangaroo Point and Morningside, close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Child-Care Centre, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium, Intercampus Bus and a Restaurant staffed by students from the Institute.
Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centres located on each campus.
Students will be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.
The International Business Team consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements, Visa Regulations and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Child-Care Centre, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium, Intercampus Bus and a Restaurant staffed by students from the Institute.
Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centres located on each campus.
Students will be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.
The International Business Team consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements, Visa Regulations and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Tuesday, 6 May 2008
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
